4 Ingredient Dark Chocolate Peppermint Bark | Gluten Free!
Velvety dark chocolate flavored with peppermint extract and covered in crushed candy canes! A delicious, gluten free Christmas treat!
Servings: 16 squares
Calories: 117kcal
Ingredients
- 10 oz vegan dark chocolate chips *see note below
- ½ teaspoon coconut oil
- ¾ teaspoon peppermint extract *see note below
- 3 candy canes *crushed
Recipe notes:
Vegan dark chocolate chips: Look for a dairy free brand with a high percentage of cocoa. Typically, more cocoa = less sugar! I use 75% Oat Milk Dark Chocolate Chips from my local Kroger! These chips aren't available on Amazon but they do have an 88% Extreme Dark Chocolate Bars available for purchase there. Peppermint extract: food-safe peppermint oil will also work. It will be much stronger so only use a few drops and taste test along the way to the get the strength in flavor you prefer. Keto: This recipe is pretty keto-friendly as is, but if you want even less sugar and carbs you can try using sugar free peppermint candies and sugar free chocolate chips!Instructions
- First, measure chocolate chips into a microwave safe bowl. Add coconut oil and peppermint extract.
- Microwave for 30 seconds at a time, stirring in-between, until fully melted.
- Place candy canes in a small Ziploc bag and smash them up with the back of a spoon (a rolling pin will also work). Stir half into the melted chocolate.
- Line a 10 x 15" jelly roll pan or baking sheet with parchment paper or tin foil.
- Spread chocolate onto the parchment paper and cover with remaining crushed candy cane pieces.
- Place bark in the refrigerator to chill for at least 30 minutes until fully set.
- Use a sharp knife to cut the bark into 16 squares, or break it up by hand for a more rustic look if you're not worried about keeping pieces uniform.
- Divide pieces into cellophane bags or tins to gift, or eat it all yourself!
- Enjoy!
Storage:
- Place peppermint bark in an airtight, freezer/refrigerator safe container. Refrigerate for up to a month or freeze for 5-6 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1/16th of recipe (calculated using "Endangered Species Brand Premium 75% cocoa dark chocolate chips." All values are approximate. | Sugar: 4.1g | Fiber: 2.4g | Calories: 117kcal | Fat: 8.5g | Protein: 1.2g | Carbohydrates: 9.4g